1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 630 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 75 | 355 Spider |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 110 L |