1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 73 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Giulia | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |