1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 565 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 75 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
