1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 171 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Camaro | CTS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |