1945 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 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 332 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 465 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | 16 | CTS |
Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |