1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 27 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 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 | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | Z9 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3110 mm |