1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 515 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 1979 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Fairlane | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |