1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2008 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1070 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.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave 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 | 2008 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | GTA | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
