1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 BMW 645

To start off, 2006 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 940 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 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 2006 BMW 645
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Giulietta 645
Year Released 1961 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 328 HP
Torque 94 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 875 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 39 L 70 L


 

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