1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 47 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1545 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | GL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
