1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2006 BMW 530 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. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 530 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |