2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 548 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Cortina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |