1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 75 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
