1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 BMW 740

To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1999 BMW 740
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Giulietta 740
Year Released 1954 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 76 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 419 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1945 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2940 mm


 

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