1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 BMW 2000
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 BMW 2000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 2000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |