2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1956 Buick 40 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 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 166 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
