1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Spider | Fleetwood |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 7725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 109.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |