2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Cadillac Brougham 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 1960 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GTV | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
