1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 689 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 106 L |
