1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 75 | 599 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 105 L |