1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 795 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT 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 | 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 75 | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 120 L |