1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | GT | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |
