2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Brera | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
