1955 Ferrari D 50 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1955 Ferrari D 50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari D 50 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | D 50 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
