1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 21 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 101 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (182 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 2000 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |
