1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 973 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Corsair | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| 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 | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
