1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 51 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 955 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
