1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 164 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |