1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 41 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP) has 274 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 780 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 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 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | M3 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 326 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |