1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GT | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3210 mm |
