1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfetta | Maranello |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 479 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 114 L |