2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal. 1979 Buick Regal 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. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Brera | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
