2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1988 Pontiac Banshee 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 1988 Pontiac Banshee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | GT | Banshee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
