2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 79 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | Brera | Chairman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
