1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 30 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 365 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Spider | 456M |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 110 L |