1967 AC 428 vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 135 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | 428 | CTS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1618 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |