1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 37 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 430 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
Model | Giulia | CC8S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
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 | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2659 mm |