1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 107 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Gran Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Gran Torino | CTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
