2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
Model | Spider | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3230 mm |