2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1966 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 473 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1966 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 56 L |
