2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1966 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,028 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1966 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Cadillac DeVille, 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.
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2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1966 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | 8C Competizione | DeVille |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 7028 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |