2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille

To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 493 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac CTS 1968 Cadillac DeVille
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model CTS DeVille
Year Released 2006 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2786 cc 7734 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 211 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 712 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1592 kg 2085 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5720 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3300 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 82 L


 

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