2012 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 15 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 325 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS-V | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 556 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
