1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 407 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | New Yorker | CTS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
