1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | F-250 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |