2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 5 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Maranello | 159 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
