1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 43 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1090 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.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 650 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 609 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |