1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 557 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Belmont | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
