1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | GT | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
