1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 241 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Camaro | CTS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |