2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 448 kg more than 1972 Opel Commodore. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
