2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Brera | 599 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 652 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
