1972 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1972 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 520 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
