1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 26 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 310 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
