1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 145 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
