1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1876 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 144 L |
