1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 958 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Giulietta | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |