1987 BMW 750 vs. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1938 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 77 L |
