1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 90 | CTS |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |