1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Alfetta | 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1704 kg |
