1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 38 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 605 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 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 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | M3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 326 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
