1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 1985 Buick Estate is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1985 Buick Estate | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Coupe | Estate |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |