1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 600 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR 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 | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
