1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 16 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 172 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | SZ | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
