1970 Ford 17 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 681 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | 17 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
