1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1954 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 502 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
