1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Dardo | 62 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
