1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Spider | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
