1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1971 McLaren M8E
To start off, both 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1971 McLaren M8E were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 McLaren M8E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 McLaren M8E (622 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 McLaren M8E should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 168 kg more than 1971 McLaren M8E.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1971 McLaren M8E | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | McLaren |
| Model | Giulia | M8E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 822 kg |
