1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Express |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
