1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Galaxie | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Galaxie | CTS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |