1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 51 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 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 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 335 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
