1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 330 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
