1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | SZ | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
