1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| 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 | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |
