1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 88 | Brera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5318 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
