1966 Renault 8 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1966 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | 8 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
