2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
