1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |
