2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 414 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Brera | Estate |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
