1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 38 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 835 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 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 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | M3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 414 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |