1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1977 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GT | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
