1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 75 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4388 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
