1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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 302 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | CTS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
