2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres

To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 692 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac CTS 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
Make Cadillac Marcos
Model CTS 2 Litres
Year Released 2006 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2786 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1592 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2270 mm


 

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