1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Audi S8
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 37 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 780 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 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 | 2000 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | S8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
