1957 Skoda 440 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 838 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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 (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Skoda 440 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Skoda | Cadillac |
Model | 440 | CTS |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |