1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | KS 360 Modena |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 110 L |
