2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 672 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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 (298 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | CTS | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
