1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1952 Buick 40
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Buick 40 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 1952 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1952 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Sprint | 40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |
