2002 Acura TL vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 588 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
