2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort 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 478 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS-V | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |