1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 860 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Riviera | 155 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 9500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |