1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
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 Z3 (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Z3 | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
