1969 Buick GS vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. 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 1969 Buick GS. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | CTS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1905 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 |
