1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1951 BMW 340
To start off, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1951 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 BMW 340 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1951 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 340 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |
