1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 40 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1125 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2001 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 745 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |
