1972 Buick GS vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | CTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
