1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 49 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 407 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
