1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | GTV6 | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |