2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | 10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
