2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo GT and 2007 Ford GT 500 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 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 2007 Ford GT 500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
