1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 42 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 856 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GT | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |