1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 445 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Graduate | 456M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 110 L |
