2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 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 258 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 962 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | CTS | 66 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
