1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1979 Ferrari 312
To start off, both 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1979 Ferrari 312 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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 GTV | 1979 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | GTV | 312 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 605 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
