1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 46 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 415 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 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 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 650 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
