1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 52 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1214 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 6 series |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 437 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |