2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 141 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
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 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | CTS | VIP |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
