2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 354 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac CTS | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS | Corvette |
Year Released | 2010 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |