1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
