1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 340 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 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | GT | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 106 L |
