1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 752 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulia | Panamera |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |