1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 472 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | GT | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 110 L |