1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 43 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 140 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 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 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 115 L |
