1961 Triumph TR3 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 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 169 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 852 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph TR3 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Triumph | Cadillac |
| Model | TR3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 904 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
