1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 178 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Camaro | CTS |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |