1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 41 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), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1102 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 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | X5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |
