1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1975 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 312 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 312 (488 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina weights approximately 460 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1975 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Berlina | 312 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 12200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
