2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
