1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 45 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra 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 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
