1950 Austin A135 vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A135 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
