1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 305 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 98 L |
