1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 40 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 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 820 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 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 | 2005 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 360 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 95 L |
