2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 360 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
