1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 338 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1972 Chrysler Charger has manual transmission. 1972 Chrysler Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Charger | CTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
