1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 47 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 763 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |