1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 44 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2009 BMW X5 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. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | X5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
