1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 818 kg more than 1950 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 40 | CTS |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |