2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | CTS | Europa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |