1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 58 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 860 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |