1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 479 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | 512 BBi |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
