1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1558 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, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | GT | QX56 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |