1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 155 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1540 kg |
