1957 Seat 600 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Seat | Cadillac |
Model | 600 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 548 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 747 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1884 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |