1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1376 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 1959 Abarth Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 2006 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | Bialbero | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |