2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore 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 (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore.
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 (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 259 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |