2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
