2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Cadillac | Steyr |
| Model | CTS-V | 650T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |
