2011 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 221 kg more than 1975 Holden Statesman. 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 1975 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | CTS | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
