1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 42 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 560 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Dart | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
