1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 BMW 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 550 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |