1955 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 439 kg more than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. 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.
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1955 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Thunderbird | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4785 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |