1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | New Yorker | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
