1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 305 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | New Yorker | CTS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
