1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (227 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | Z3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |