1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
