1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 825 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Skyline | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
