1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X3 (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | X3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
