2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZAZ |
| Model | CTS | 966 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
