1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 51 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 747 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 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 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2000 | 612 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 105 L |