2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | DTS | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
