1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 43 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 739 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.
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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX 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 | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | GT | FX |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |