1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 606 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulia | Boxster |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |