1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1949 Buick 40
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1949 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 75 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1695 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
