1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 420 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 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 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 318 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |