1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 559 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
