1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 45 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 525 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, 2011 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 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 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 118 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |