2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 735 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
