1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 649 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 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 F50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | F50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 110 L |
