1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 579 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | 2600 | CTS |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |