1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 597 kg more than 1987 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 75 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |