2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| 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 | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
