1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 26 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 155 | GS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1800 kg |
