1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | Z3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |