1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | GT | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2670 mm |
