2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | CTS | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |