1968 Chrysler Newport 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 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Newport. 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 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Newport | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
