1975 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Fairlane | CTS |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |