1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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.
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1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | GTA | 512 F1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 12000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |