1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 32 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 430 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 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 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | 360 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 95 L |
