1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 31 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera, 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Riviera | Alfa 6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |