1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 915 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 1900 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
