1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 90 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
