2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1950 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 159 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
