1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 770 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
