2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 533 kg more than 1989 Venturi Coupe. 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Cadillac | Venturi |
Model | CTS | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |