1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (435 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 728 kg more than 1996 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (576 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Camaro | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 556 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
