2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 262 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | CTS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
