1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GT | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 125 L |