1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 435 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.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | GT | 512 M |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |