1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (225 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 75 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 108 L |
