1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 75 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
