1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette 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 155 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 345 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Corvette | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |