1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2002 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2002 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | RZ | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 509 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
