1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
