2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Brera | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |