1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | GT | 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3110 mm |
