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Cadillac Allante 4.6 i V8 32V (299 Hp)
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Cadillac Allante:
The Cadillac Allanté is a two-door, two-passenger luxury convertible roadster marketed by Cadillac for model years 1987-1993 either with a standard or optional removable hardtop.
In an unusual arrangement, the Allanté used a Cadillac chassis and mechanicals, while its bodywork was manufactured in Italy by Pininfarina, and airfreighted to Detroit for final assembly. With its Allanté model name selected by General Motors from 1,700 computer-generated potential names, over 21,000 were manufactured over seven years of production....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Allante Overview:
Cadillac Allante (Allante). With 393 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1700 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.9 s). The top speed reaches 240 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Cadillac Allante was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP testing. Modern safety standards and crash test ratings are not available for this generation, reflecting the automotive safety priorities of its era.
4.6 i V8 32V (299 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The introduction of the 4.6L Northstar V8 significantly boosted performance, transforming the Allante into a more potent cruiser with much improved acceleration and responsiveness.
Fuel Economy
While still a V8, the 4.6L Northstar offered a slight improvement in fuel efficiency compared to its predecessor, though it remained a relatively thirsty engine for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive Pininfarina styling
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior
- • Smooth V8 power, especially with Northstar engine
- • Exclusive and unique ownership experience
- • Advanced features for its time (e.g., ABS)
Cons:
- • High purchase price and significant depreciation
- • Northstar engine reliability concerns (head gaskets)
- • Front-wheel-drive layout not ideal for a luxury roadster
- • High fuel consumption and maintenance costs
- • Dated technology compared to modern vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Allante: 1989 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cadillac |
| Model: | Allante |
| Generation: | Allante |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.6 i V8 32V (299 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 299 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 393 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L37 More details about the engine L37 |
| Engine displacement: | 4565 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.6 l |
| Coolant: | 12.6 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.0 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 240 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.7 kg/Hp, 175.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 231.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1700 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4540 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1865 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1310 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2525 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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