1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 505 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 1900 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
