1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella, 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Bella | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1928 mm |
