1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | GTV | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 120 L |