1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 485 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 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 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | Z4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |