2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1992 Buick Roadmaster

To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.

Because 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1992 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. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 1992 Buick Roadmaster
Make Alfa Romeo Buick
Model Brera Roadmaster
Year Released 2009 1992
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 256 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
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 5490 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 87 L