1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Giulia | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |