1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 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 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |
