1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | DTS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2940 mm |
