1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1497 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 2007 GMC Sierra
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model 1750 Sierra
Year Released 1968 2007
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 5997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 353 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 506 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 2577 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 6590 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 4250 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 129 L


 

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