1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 378 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. 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 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
Model | Dino | CTS |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |