1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1340 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | ML |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 95 L |
