1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (386 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Thunderbird | CTS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |