1967 Alvis TF vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TF | 612 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |
