1996 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC. 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, 1996 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | CTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
