1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2000 BMW 318
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2000 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2000 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
