1953 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 56 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 40 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2600 mm |