1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | GTA | 458 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4527 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1937 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1213 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 86 L |