1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 36 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 455 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 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 1900 | F512 M |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 440 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
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 | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |