1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 BMW 116
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
