1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1722 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | GT | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |