2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 62 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 1976 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2930 mm |
