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Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe comparison

Compare performance (520 HP vs 1,050 HP), boot space and price (48,000 £ vs 385,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Giulia or Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe?

Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Giulia

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
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Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Giulia

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Alfa Romeo Giulia is considerably cheaper – starting at 48,000 £ , while the Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe costs 385,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 337,714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Alfa Romeo Giulia uses 5.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

849 Testarossa Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 1,050 HP compared to 520 HP. That’s roughly 530 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.3 s, while the Alfa Romeo Giulia takes 3.9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Giulia

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Alfa Romeo Giulia offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe is barely lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alfa Romeo Giulia is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £48,000
Giulia

Alfa Romeo Giulia

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 210 - 520 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Alfa Romeo Giulia
Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe

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Alfa Romeo Giulia

The Alfa Romeo Giulia captivates with its stunning Italian design and dynamic performance, representing a perfect blend of elegance and sportiness. Its engaging driving experience, characterised by precise handling and responsive steering, appeals to enthusiasts who crave the thrill of the road. Inside, the Giulia showcases a beautifully crafted interior that combines luxury with cutting-edge technology, making every journey a delight.

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Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe

The Ferrari Testarossa coupe still turns heads with its slash-sided styling and a soundtrack that insists you’re driving a piece of Italian theatre. For buyers who crave drama over practicality, it delivers intoxicating presence and raw driver engagement — just be ready to explain to friends why that midlife crisis looks so good.

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Alfa Romeo Giulia
Ferrari 849 Testarossa Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,000 - 88,300 £
Price
385,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
25 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
141 - 229 g/km
co2
212 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,640 - 1,735 kg
Curb weight
1,570 kg
Trunk capacity
480 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 - 1,874 mm
Width
1,999 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 535 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 - 520 HP
Power HP
1,050 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
470 - 600 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
154 - 382 kW
Power kW
772 kW
Engine capacity
2,143 - 2,891 cm3
Engine capacity
3,990 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
Ferrari
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