1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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 (488 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Corvette | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
