2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | CTS | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
