1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 288 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Corvette | CTS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |