1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 335 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |