1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 786 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. 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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 40 | CTS |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |