1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 550 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1968 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DeVille | 156 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
