2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 388 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |