2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Spider | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 6595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
