1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1955 BMW 502
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 BMW 502 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1955 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 502 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
