1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Prix | 159 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
