1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 335 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
