1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 48 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 1065 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 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 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | S6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
