1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Alfa Romeo Junior 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
Make Alfa Romeo Ferrari
Model Junior 250 GT
Year Released 1973 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2952 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 86 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 58.8 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2610 mm


 

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