2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 600 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 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 156 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1710 mm |
