2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 900 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
