1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 835 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 DeVille (590 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 90 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 82 L |
