1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 330 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
