1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 34 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1485 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Giulia | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
