1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair. 2005 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Corsair | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
