1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1211 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
