1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1985 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 542 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 LeSabre (251 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1985 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Caimano | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |