1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 BMW 530
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 44 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 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 695 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 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 | 2004 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 530 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2924 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |