1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 870 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | SZ | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
