1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1965 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, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
