2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 8C Competizione | 512 M |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |