2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Z4 | 2600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |