1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 208 | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 208 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |