2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5733 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
