1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 90 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
