2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 2001 Ferrari F550 and 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 F550 (570 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari F550 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
Model | F550 | 146 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |