1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | New Yorker | CTS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
