1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Spider | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |