1969 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 708 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Capri | CTS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |