1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 44 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 635 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 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 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 330 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 63 L |
