1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | SZ | F-450 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |