1954 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 137 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | 40 | CTS |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1857 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |