1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 438 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 95 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
