1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT

To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 610 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
Make Alfa Romeo Ferrari
Model 1900 365 GT
Year Released 1950 1970
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 4388 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 363 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 71 mm
Top Speed 171 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2650 mm


 

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