2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | CTS | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
