1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 883 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | 1300 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
