2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | CTS | New Yorker |
Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |