1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 707 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | GT | LS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
