1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta

To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari F40 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
Make Ferrari Alfa Romeo
Model F40 Alfetta
Year Released 1987 1973
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2936 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 472 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 176 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1104 kg 1080 kg