1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfa 6 | 318 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |