1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1958 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.
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1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 1900 | 365 GTS |
Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |