1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Spider | GS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
