1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 463 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Alfa Romeo Pontiac
Model 2000 Grand Prix
Year Released 1958 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 6545 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1337 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5350 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 38 L


 

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