1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
