1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 768 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.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | Z4 |
| 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 | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
