1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Pickster | 2000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |