2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 358 kg more than 1970 AC 428. 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 1970 AC 428 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. 1970 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Cadillac | AC |
| Model | CTS | 428 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
