2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
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 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S 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 457 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S.
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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | CTS-V | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
