1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 BMW S3
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1963 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1995 BMW S3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | S3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 338 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
