1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford GT 40 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GT 40 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 480 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |