1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT

To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1966 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera 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 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model Giulia Carrera GT
Year Released 1966 2001
Body Type Convertible Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1570 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 602 Nm
Top Speed 185 km/hour 329 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 4260 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2710 mm


 

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