1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 328 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.

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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1965 Avanti Avanti 2008 Cadillac CTS
Make Avanti Cadillac
Model Avanti CTS
Year Released 1965 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 254 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 223 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1788 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 68 L