1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 46 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 878 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.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 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 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | X5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 92 L |