1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 361 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Dart | CTS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |