1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 1750 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
