1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 665 kg more than 1977 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 114 L |
