1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 BMW 520
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1995 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 520 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
