2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | 370Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |