1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 540 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 119 L |
