2008 Acura TL vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 18 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | GTV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
