1969 Buick GS vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
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 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | CTS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
