1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1960 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 540 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |