1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 44 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 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 Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
