1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 62 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 99 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
