1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 108 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
