1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 31 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 770 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 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 | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
