1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 330 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
