1967 Holden HR 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 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 504 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | HR | CTS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
