1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GTA | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |
