1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 381 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
