1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Giulia | CTS |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |