1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 30 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), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 125 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M 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 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
