2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
