1972 Ford Granada 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 Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 495 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Granada | CTS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |