1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Cadillac |
| Model | Sports Convertible | DTS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2940 mm |
