1977 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 308 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Regal | CTS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |