1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1978 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1978 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 190 kg more than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C.
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. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1978 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 6C | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
