1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1954 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. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 1900 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
