1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari GTO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 730 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | GTV | GTO |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
