1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 BMW 332
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 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 | 1996 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 332 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 323 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
