1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfetta | 360 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |