2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1986 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 12 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1986 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | GT | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
