1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 340 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
