1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 37 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (114 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 475 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, 2009 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 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 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 116 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
