2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | Charger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
