1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 Ford GT
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 Ford GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
