1954 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 702 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. 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 (298 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | CTS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
