1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 735 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
