2009 BMW 135 vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000

To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 135 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
Make BMW Alfa Romeo
Model 135 2000
Year Released 2009 1960
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 8.5:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 174 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1178 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 71 L


 

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