1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 145 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
