1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 47 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 850 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 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 | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | M5 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |