1964 Steyr 700C vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1964 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Steyr 700C | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Steyr | Cadillac |
| Model | 700C | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2880 mm |
