2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Spider | Riviera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |