1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Steyr | Cadillac |
| Model | 650T | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2880 mm |
