1969 AMC AMX vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | AMX | CTS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
