1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1319 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1993 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 750 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
