2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 360 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
