1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 838 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Volvo 120 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
Model | 120 | CTS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |