1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 845 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
