1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |
