1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 676 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | GT | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 95 L |
