1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 41 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 403 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 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 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 130 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |