2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 734 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 71 L |
