1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 773 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Vega | CTS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
