2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Z4 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
