1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 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 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
