2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa 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 464 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | CTS-V | Europa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
