2003 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2003 BMW Z4 is newer by 24 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 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 180 kg more than 2003 BMW Z4.
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, 2003 BMW Z4 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z4 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 2003 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW Z4 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:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Z4 | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1290 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
