1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 713 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GTV | CTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
