1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | GT | LR3 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 86 L |