1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 54 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2009 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 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 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 320 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |