1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 43 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), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 325 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
