1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 BMW M6
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1984 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
