1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Panoz AIV weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
| Model | GT | AIV |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
