1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 BMW 323
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 33 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 458 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 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 | 1999 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 323 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |