1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 40 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 580 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 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 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 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | R8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
