2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (270 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
