2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Z4 | 2600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |