1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1961 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1961 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Alpine | Buick |
Model | A 108 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 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 | 595 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2950 mm |