1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1956 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 BMW 535 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 535 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |