1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 48 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 (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 335 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 60 L |