1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulia | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |