1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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 Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
