1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 592 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfetta | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 119 L |
