1957 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Morris | Cadillac |
| Model | Minor | DTS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2936 mm |
