1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 330 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |