1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 518 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Carabo | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |
