1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 870 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Scarabeo | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2560 mm |
