1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 44 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
