1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 564 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 129 L |
