2009 BMW 325 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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 325 (315 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 325 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
