1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 833 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 2000 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2960 mm |
