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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) 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 825 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 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 323 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
