1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 36 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 414 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |