1965 Holden EH vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 572 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Holden | Cadillac |
Model | EH | CTS |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |