1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 541 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Falcon | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
