2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 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 80 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1247 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | CTS | 1700 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
