1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 181 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Aspen | CTS |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |