1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 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 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 330 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
