2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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 (374 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
