2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 755 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | CTS | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
