1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1954 Buick 40

To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 1954 Buick 40
Make Alfa Romeo Buick
Model GTA 40
Year Released 1967 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4328 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1675 kg
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3110 mm


 

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