1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | X5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |
