1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Eagle | 550 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |