2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird 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 262 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3791 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |