1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 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 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | Z4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |