2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1962 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (450 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1962 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
