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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) 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 580 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 (330 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). 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 | 1569 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
