1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1966 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 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 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 525 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |