1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 665 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
