1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfa 6 | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |