1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Spider | 360 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 373 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |