1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 685 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 2200 2008 Cadillac CTS
Make Abarth Cadillac
Model 2200 CTS
Year Released 1959 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2161 cc 5664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 135 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 536 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 196 km/hour 274 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 68 L


 

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