1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 23 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 356 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Ford GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
