2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1990 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Brera | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
