1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 560 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 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 | 1010 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
