1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1971 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT | 400 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 86 L |
