1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (142 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 440 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, 2004 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 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 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 320 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
