1954 Austin A vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 219 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A | CTS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
