1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 860 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 Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | Z4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |