1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Cadillac |
Model | Electron | CTS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |