2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator 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 428 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator.
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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS-V | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
