1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1.
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.
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1987 BMW Z1 | 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Z1 | 6C |
Year Released | 1987 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |