1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |
