1969 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 796 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | GT 40 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 68 L |
