2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 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 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 156 | 612 Scaglietti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4902 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1956 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1344 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2949 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
