1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 49 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1120 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 650 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |