1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 27 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 634 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Because 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV6 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2919 mm |
