1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 43 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 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1265 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, 2006 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 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 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | X5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4392 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 92 L |
