1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1039 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 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 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 6 series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 6 series |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |