2008 Acura TL vs. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 708 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Eagle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
