1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (175 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 250 GT | 164 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
