1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 457 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTA | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
