1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 375 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, 2009 BMW 318 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 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 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 318 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |