1956 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | 40 | CTS |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |