1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 500 kg more than 1958 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 M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | M |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 325 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |