1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1992 BMW 525
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1955 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1992 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 525 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |