1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 605 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |