1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 975 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban 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 | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3350 mm |
