1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1030 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulia | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 699 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |