1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Spider | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 110 L |