1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Junior | 456M |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |