1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Super 90 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
