1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 250 GTO | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 71 L |
