1956 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 40 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
