1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 485 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Junior | 512 M |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |