2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp 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. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | CTS | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
