1960 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess 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 277 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | Princess | CTS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |