1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 33 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1597 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana 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 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | GT | Savana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
