1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
