1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1261 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 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 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |
