1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 51 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 1073 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 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 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | ActiveHybrid 7 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 311 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |