1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 28 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 135 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Giulia | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2659 mm |
