1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 50 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 850 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 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 | 2005 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | M3 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 337 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |