2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 212 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (356 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | CTS | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4140 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
