1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1998 BMW Z3
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
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, 1998 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1998 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfa 6 | Z3 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |