1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1974 Cadillac Brougham

To start off, both 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1974 Cadillac Brougham were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Brougham (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Alfa Romeo GTV 1974 Cadillac Brougham
Make Alfa Romeo Cadillac
Model GTV Brougham
Year Released 1974 1974
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1962 cc 7732 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 131 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1044 kg 2330 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 5950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3390 mm


 

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