1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 32 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 525 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 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 525 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1355 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |