1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Riviera | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |