1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 41 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 763 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | GT | IPL |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |