2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
