1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maybach |
| Model | Giulietta | 62 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
