2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 570 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. 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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1967 Ford 17 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | 17 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |