1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | 6C | 62 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3310 mm |