1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1973 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1973 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1973 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Carabo | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
