1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 495 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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 325 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |