1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 390 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 140 L |
