1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 445 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Giulia | 512 M |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
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 | 1455 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 |