1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 615 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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 128 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 128 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 128 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |