1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 56 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 650 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 40 | CTS |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 74.8 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 | 1620 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 | 66 L |