1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Avanti | CTS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
