1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1969 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 164 | GS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
