1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 29 kg more than 1986 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfa 6 | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |