1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 266 kg more than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 3-Litre | CTS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
