1953 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1953 Buick 40 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 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 40 | 156 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2600 mm |