1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1995 Ferrari 512 M were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 145 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |