1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1983 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 373 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 2600 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |