1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Alpina B5
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 32 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | Giulia | B5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
