1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 643 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
