1956 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 826 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Consul | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |