1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS 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 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | BLS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
