1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 712 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram 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 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Ram |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |
