1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 723 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Supra | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Supra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
