2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daimler |
| Model | CTS | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
