1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 56 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 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 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 328 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 57 L |