2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1960 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Seville. (211 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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 Seville (590 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1960 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1960 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Brera | Seville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
