1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 50 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 765 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
