1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 46 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 630 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS 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 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | BLS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
