1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 248 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Aspen | CTS |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |