1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 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 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 528 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
