1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 420 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 164 | GS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
