1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Newport | CTS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
