1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 BMW 528
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 54 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 520 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, 2008 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 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 | 2008 BMW 528 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 528 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
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 | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |