2009 BMW M6 vs. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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.
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2009 BMW M6 | 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | M6 | 6C |
Year Released | 2009 | 1938 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |