1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1997 Ferrari Maranello were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ferrari Maranello 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 1997 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155, 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 155 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
