2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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 (343 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Steyr |
| Model | CTS | 700C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1950 mm |
