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 @ 6500 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.

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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 212 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 6500 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
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


 

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