1973 Audi Asso vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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 (302 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Asso | CTS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
