2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Supra 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 1996 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
