1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 366 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
Model | Charger | CTS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4341 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |