1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 160 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Spider | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |