1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 164 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |