1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 237 kg more than 1974 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Giulia | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |