1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 1025 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.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 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 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 330 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |