1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2000 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 330 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 301 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
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 | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |