1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 715 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 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 | 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 90 | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |