2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1967 Ferrari 312
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 312. (355 HP @ 10000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 950 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 312. 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.
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2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1967 Ferrari 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 8C Competizione | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 10000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |