2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1953 Buick 40 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 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Spider | 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
