1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 BMW 535
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 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 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 665 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.
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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 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 535 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 535 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |