1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2000 | 400 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 422 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 120 L |