1968 NSU Ro 80 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 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 658 kg more than 1968 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 NSU Ro 80. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU Ro 80 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | NSU | Cadillac |
| Model | Ro 80 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
