1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Z4 (245 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2006 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
