1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 164 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Land Rover | Cadillac |
Model | A 109 | CTS |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |