1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 44 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1418 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | X5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
