1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV6 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
