2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 198 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1996 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | CTS | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |