2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 805 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
