1969 Cadillac Eldorado 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 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2012 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | CTS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
