1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1978 Buick Estate
To start off, 1978 Buick Estate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 854 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate 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 | 1978 Buick Estate | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | GT | Estate |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |