1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 37 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 665 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango 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 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Durango |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 102 L |
