1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 793 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | CC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
