1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 427 kg more than 1966 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | CTS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 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 | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
