1949 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 908 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1949 Triumph Mayflower has manual transmission. 1949 Triumph Mayflower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Triumph Mayflower | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Triumph | Cadillac |
Model | Mayflower | CTS |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |