1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | M3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |