2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000

To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 217 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. 2000 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Buick LaCrosse 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
Make Buick Alfa Romeo
Model LaCrosse 2000
Year Released 2000 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 261 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 392 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 1337 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2730 mm


 

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