1992 BMW 520 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 520 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |