1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica 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 241 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Toyota Publica 2010 Cadillac CTS
Make Toyota Cadillac
Model Publica CTS
Year Released 1963 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 697 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 29 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 580 kg 1756 kg
Vehicle Length 3530 mm 4867 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2140 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 68 L


 

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