2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo GT and 2007 Buick Lucerne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 581 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | GT | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
