1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 44 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1580 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana 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 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | GT | Savana |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |