2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 795 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Cadillac CTS-V | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | CTS-V | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 556 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |