2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 813 kg more than 2006 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Checker |
| Model | CTS | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4760 mm |
