2009 BMW 325 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 325 | 2600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |