1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (209 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 75 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
