2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1962 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Innocenti |
| Model | CTS | 950 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2130 mm |
