1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Roadmaster | Brera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
