2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 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 325 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1679 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
