1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 BMW 335

To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 2011 BMW 335
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Giulietta 335
Year Released 1961 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4624 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 39 L 57 L


 

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