1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 41 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 810 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 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 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 360 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
