1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 811 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 68 L |
