1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 43 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 623 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 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 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | F430 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
