1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | GTV6 | 360 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |