1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | GTV | G35 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
