1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfa 6 | 599 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |