1953 Porsche 1300 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 930 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1953 Porsche 1300 has manual transmission. 1953 Porsche 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Porsche 1300 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 1300 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2950 mm |
