1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulia | 959 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |