1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 835 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Graduate | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 82 L |
