1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | GTV | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |