1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, both 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1996 Ferrari 512 TR were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Spider | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |