1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 938 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Trabant P 70 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Trabant | Cadillac |
| Model | P 70 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
