1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 42 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 650 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 523 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 | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 523 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
