1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DeVille | GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2600 mm |
