1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Spider | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |