1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Eldorado | CTS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |