2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
