1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1170 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
