1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 990 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. 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 (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Prefect | CTS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
