2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1941 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 62. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1941 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 62 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5676 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
